CNA Support Staff (DSP) Job at Golden Heart, Des Moines, IA

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  • Golden Heart
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Direct Support Professional

Golden Heart is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide in-home and community-based support to individuals including seniors, veterans, and adults with intellectual disabilities across Iowa. We are seeking compassionate and dependable individuals to work two 16-hour weekend shifts, providing consistent, high-quality care in a home-like setting.

About the Role

DSPs provide hands-on support that helps clients live safely, independently, and with dignity in their homes and communities.

Responsibilities include:
  • Personal care and assistance with daily living activities (ADLs)
  • Meal preparation, housekeeping, and home management tasks
  • Transportation to appointments and community activities
  • Medication reminders (with training provided)
  • Documentation of services provided
  • Encouraging independence and supporting client goals
  • Ensuring a safe and supportive environment throughout shifts
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of caregiving, DSP, or related experience required
  • Ability to work two 16-hour weekend shifts
  • Ability to perform physical job duties (lifting, standing, bending, etc.)
  • Strong communication skills and a dependable, compassionate attitude
About Golden Heart

Golden Heart provides in-home and community support services to seniors, veterans, and individuals with intellectual disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals live independently, safely, and with dignity while supporting families and strengthening communities across Iowa.

Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexible weekend scheduling
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities for advancement

Apply today to join a mission-driven team making a difference every weekend. Immediate openings available, start your career with Golden Heart. Compensation: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work

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